How to Make a Macramé Plant Holder

Macramé is a lost art which is regaining the attention it deserves. This relaxing pastime involves the simplicity of tying a knot to create beautiful works of art. Get started by making a functional macramé plant holder. It's a good project for learning the art of macramé, and when you're finished you have a functional plant holder to share with a friend.

Things You'll Need

• Macramé cord
• Scissors
• Knotting board and pins
• Metal ring
• Flowerpot

Instructions

1. Select heavy duty macramé cord in a color that suits your decor or the decor of the person you are making the plant holder for.

2. Cut 6 long pieces of the macramé cord. Make your cord about 5 times as long as you'd like your plant holder to be.

3. Fold the 6 pieces of cord in half so that you end up with 12 strands. Then slip a large metal ring at the fold and tie the cords together under it using a grouped overhand knot. Then divide the cords into 3 groups of 4. Pin 1 group of cords to a knotting board.

4. Square knot 2 knots below the beginning knots, loose enough so you still see the design. Make 3 new groups of 4 cords from the remaining 3 original groups. Tie 3 knots in each of the new groups.

5. Put pins in the board to hold the loops evenly and tie 1 more square knot. Tie all of the cords together using an overhand style knot at the ends. Place your flower pot in the inside of your new macramé plant holder.

Resources

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